Lady Panthers Knock Off #20 Freed-Hardeman

In a game between #20 Freed-Hardeman (TN) and RV Philander Smith (AR) on October 27, 2023, Philander Smith came out on top with a final score of 47-37.

The game started off with a close first quarter, with Philander Smith leading by 2 points at 12-10. The second quarter saw Philander Smith extend their lead further, outscoring Freed-Hardeman by 2 points to make it 23-19 at halftime.

In the second half, Philander Smith continued to dominate, outscoring Freed-Hardeman in both the third and fourth quarters. They maintained their lead, securing a 10-point victory at the final buzzer.

Looking at the box score, it's clear that Philander Smith had a more efficient shooting performance. They made 37.3% of their field goals, compared to Freed-Hardeman's 26.5%. Philander Smith also had a slight edge from beyond the arc, shooting 33.3% on three-pointers compared to Freed-Hardeman's 25%. Additionally, Philander Smith was more successful at the free-throw line, making 42.9% of their attempts while Freed-Hardeman made 37.5%.

Individual players who stood out for Freed-Hardeman include KJ White, who scored 12 points and made 4 three-pointers, and Kalea Fleming-Eckerle, who contributed 15 points. For Philander Smith, Dasia Turner was the top performer with 12 points and 8 rebounds.

Overall, Philander Smith's strong shooting and balanced scoring helped them secure the victory over Freed-Hardeman. Both teams played a competitive game, but Philander Smith's efficiency ultimately made the difference.

This game serves as an important early-season win for Philander Smith, boosting their confidence and setting a positive tone for the rest of their season. On the other hand, Freed-Hardeman will need to regroup and make adjustments in order to bounce back from this loss. PSU will return to play tomorrow versus Bethel University at 3 p.m.

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